Grimes, Iowa vs. Leander, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Leander, Texas is 27.0% more expensive than Grimes, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $146,074 in Leander, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Grimes, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Leander, Texas is more expensive than Grimes, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Leander
than in Grimes, Iowa
Grimes, IA vs. Leander, TX
Compared to Grimes, Leander is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  47.3% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher